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Assisting Force AF01
The Assisting Force AF01 is a gravel frameset from Carbonda's new house brand, featuring monocoque carbon construction with SSL (~800g) and standard (~1.2kg) versions. It offers modern geometry (XS-XXL sizes, 425mm chainstays, 55mm fork offset), 1x-specific design (production versions added FD mount), 700x50c tire clearance, internal routing, and downtube storage. Users praise its ride quality (stiff, precise, comfortable), manufacturing quality, and custom paint options, but criticize the brand name, initial communication issues, and some design choices like short seat tubes limiting frame bag space.
AI Summary
Pros
- Excellent ride quality: stiff, precise handling, comfortable, and responsive
- High manufacturing and paint quality with good attention to detail
- Lightweight frame options (SSL ~800g, standard ~1.2kg) with good value
- Modern features: internal routing, downtube storage, wide tire clearance (700x50c)
- Flexible customization options for paint and decals
Cons
- Poor brand name and logo design widely criticized as awkward or ugly
- Initial communication and customer service issues with slow responses
- Very short seat tube limits frame bag space and bottle cage compatibility
- Long pre-order wait times with delays in production and shipping
- Some design flaws: fork max rotor size mismatch (140/160 vs frame 160/180), tight downtube storage, no FD cable hole plug
Purchase
Where to Buy
afbicycles.com
🇺🇸$899.00
Checked about 1 month ago
Specifications
Attributes
Frame TypeGravel
Frame MaterialCarbon
Brake MountFlat Mount Disc
Bottom BracketT47
Seatpost27.2mm
Front Axle12x100mm Thru-Axle
Rear Axle12x142mm Thru-Axle
Max Tire Width (mm)50
Headset Type—
Di2 Compatible—
Max Chainring Size46
UDH Compatible—
Included Components
Assisting Force AF01 Standard Carbon Gravel Bike Frame - Versatile Performance
Frame1,200g
Fork
Fork520g
AF-SP01 Seatpost
Seatpost—
Headset
Headset—
AF 01 Gravel Frameset seatpost
Seatpost189g
Total Weight1,909g
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